Posts in Therapy
"Will I Ever Be Good Enough?" A Relatable Approach to Self-Compassion

Have you heard of self-compassion?  In short, it's a way of understanding the human experience of pain and suffering, knowing that everyone suffers, and being compassion about your own inadequacies or short comings.  For me, I feel like the language of self-compassion can be hard to connect with, but the ideas are so amazing!  Here I break down some of the ideas in a real way that you can embrace. 

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4 Reasons Why “Shoulding” Yourself Isn’t Helping You be a Better Parent

Parents are always thinking about how to be a better parent and what they should be doing.  But is shoulding yourself really helping you to be a better parent?  The answer is no and this post explores some of the reasons why shoulding yourself isn't helpful. 

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A Different Way to Think about Improving Your Relationship

How would your relationship be different if a miracle occurred and all your problems were solved?  What things would you notice in your partner and what would they say about you?  Diving into the miracle question can help you open your mind to new possibilities and begin the process of making changes that will improve your relationship. 

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